IOCC Communications Manager, Rada Tierney, has spent her professional career shining the spotlight on individuals, companies and causes that merit public recognition. Prior to joining IOCC in 2011, Rada represented Arizona non-profits and businesses through her public relations firm, RKT Communications; served as public relations director for PCA Skin, an international cosmeceutical company; and directed PR activities for Alpern Lehman, a life sciences communications agency.

Rada's communications career began in broadcasting, with 18 years spent producing investigative medical reports that earned her several national journalism awards, including three Emmys.

Rada has been a long-time supporter of IOCC, and served on the Phoenix Metropolitan Committee before joining IOCC where she has helped run many successful IOCC events.